Description
An elegant masterpiece featuring buttery lobster tails in a rich garlic cream sauce, perfect for special occasions or a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
- 2 lobster tails (4–6 oz each), shells split and meat loosened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth (or seafood stock)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the lobster tails by cutting through the top of the shells and gently pulling the meat over the shell.
- Season the lobster meat with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat until sizzling.
- Sear the lobster tails flesh-side down for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the tails over and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through; remove from the pan and set aside.
- Add remaining butter to the skillet, lower the heat, and sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Add the chicken broth and simmer for a minute.
- Stir in heavy cream and Dijon mustard, cooking until slightly thickened (about 3-4 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Return the lobster tails to the pan, spoon sauce over them, and warm for an extra minute.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For an extra fancy touch, add a splash of white wine to the sauce. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or a light salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 140mg